Meet Jeff and Annie
Annie is a graduate of UNC Chapel Hill and has spent most of her life outdoors.
She is a registered nurse and has been a river guide, working in Western NC and California for more than ten years.
She leads our Alaskan River Tours and participates in our Himalaya Treks, which target women only. She also helps on our cycling tours. She and Jeff are engaged.
Jeff Gaura’s Duathlon Coaching Philosophy
As a duathlon coach, my philosophy centers on nurturing the person first, the developing athlete second, and guiding each individual to define their own path to success and excellence.
Duathlon—a sport of grit, transition, and endurance—demands a holistic approach that balances personal growth with athletic achievement. My role is to create a supportive, structured environment where athletes thrive as individuals and competitors.
Threshold Academy.
Your Gateway to Peak Performance
You have decided you can do better, and you think you can reach new successes. However, you're at a loss as to how to proceed.
You don’t feel that anyone qualified to help is hearing you. You need a coach to do better. And this qualified coach needs to work with all of you, not just the athlete in you.
Threshold Academy | Sustainable Adventure Travel
At Threshold Academy, we believe that travel should not only be about exploring new destinations but also about protecting the planet for future generations. Our environmentally sustainable tours are designed for conscious travelers who seek authentic experiences while leaving a positive impact on the world.
Our approach is tailored to push you beyond your comfort zone, but we do wo with these tenants in mind
- explore breathtaking landscapes that will look as you review your pictures in the years to come, but doing so with minimal environmental impact
- we keep the money you spend as local as we can. It does not go to corporate wallets or expensive marketing
- We avoid the crowds, once we get out of the airport
- We have a positive impact on the communities we visit.
- Click HERE for cycling and HERE for rafting, fishing and hiking in the Himalaya.
